Welcome to the website of the National Library and Archives of Vanuatu. The National Library and Archives is a comprehensive and treasured repository of national literature from domestic and international publications to historical government and other records that has been systematically organized for all citizens of Vanuatu.
The National Library and Archives hasthe largest Vanuatu Collection in the world.
The National Library and Archives is committed to safekeeping, protecting and making information accessible to all citizens of Vanuatu. We also assist local researchers and overseas researchers. The National Library and Archives strongly believes that knowledge and information is one of the most significant resources for national development.
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Kastom Stories of Vanuatu
Written by N. Caleb
Vanuatu people have some great traditional stories. Some stories are similar across the country, but many are central to a language and culture. Our Library has built up almost 200 collections of Custom stories from the different islands in Vanuatu.
Drop into the National Library any weekday from 9.00 am – 12.00 am
or 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm to be able to read some for yourself. Most of the stories especially the Nabanga Pikinini are written in English, French and Bislama which is the national language of Vanuatu while others are in local languages and many more.
Visit the Library any time and let the friendly staff help you browse through the catalogue for your favourite Kastom stories.
Enjoy and keep in touch for more updates.